The Saints announced Thursday that first-year defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo and secondary cach Ken Flajole have been relieved of their duties with the team. “I personally want to thank Steve and Ken for their contributions during what was an unprecedented … Continue reading
MOBILE, Ala. — Saints coach Sean Payton, reinstated Tuesday by NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell from his season-long bounty suspension, was back at work Wednesday morning. Payton arrived at Ladd-Peebles Stadium just before 9:30 a.m. to take in the morning Senior … Continue reading
Saints tackle Jermon Bushrod will take part in his second consecutive Pro Bowl game next week after he was named to the NFC all-star squad on Sunday. Bushrod was a first alternate when fans, coaches and players cast their ballots lst month, … Continue reading
When he returns to work, likely the day after Super Bowl XLVII, suspended Saints coach Sean Payton will have to start by filling in at least one hole in his coaching staff. Saints offensive line coach/running game coordinator Aaron Kromer … Continue reading
The Saints have signed four more players to futures contracts for next season, bring their total to nine so far this offseason. The latest to sign are wide receiver Preston Parker, defensive end Jay Richardson, linebacker Austin Johnson and cornerback … Continue reading
The Saints didn’t set an NFL record for most total yards as they did in 2011, but they did lead the league in long touchdown drives for the second year in a row. The Saints had 29 touchdown drives of … Continue reading
NFL playoffs chat with Les East and Sheldon Mickles
The Saints are scheduled to have a pick in the top half of the first round of the NFL draft this spring for the first time since 2009 when they select 15th. The Saints, who finished 7-9 this season, were … Continue reading
The Saints have signed five players who finished the season on their practice squad to futures contracts. All five — defensive end Braylon Broughton, wide receivers Jarred Fayson and Andy Tanner, guard Ryan Lee and cornerback Ryan Steed — were … Continue reading
The Saints are scheduled to have a pick in the top half of the first round of the NFL draft this spring for the first time since 2009 when they select 15th. The Saints, who finished 7-9 this season, were … Continue reading